Explore Our Creative Side
Couples' Sample Itinerary

Finding yourself at a loss for ideas? Use our sample itinerary to get you started as you explore Lancaster County's creative side with your sweetie!


Day One

Afternoon
Get to know Lancaster County and its handmade, creative treasures by exploring our local shops. You'll find a grand variety of quality Amish furniture, hand-stitched quilts and unique crafts. Take an authentic piece of Lancaster County home with you!

Evening
Spend the evening enjoying top-notch live entertainment at one of Lancaster County's many theatres. Catch a hilarious comedy, thrilling drama, Broadway classic or special musical performance. You can even indulge in a hearty meal right on site before the show at one of the dinner theatres in the area.

Overnight
When it's time to settle in for the night, choose from more than 160 charming bed and breakfasts, each with an individual, inviting atmosphere and a wide range of luxurious extras from Jacuzzis to fireplaces, plus complimentary breakfasts. Check out all-inclusive romance packages for a getaway that bundles your lodging with lots of sweet extras!


Day Two

Morning
Spend your morning strolling the streets of historic downtown Lancaster, an absolute hub of creativity. The city offers a variety of art galleries and museums, boutiques and historic treasures, such as Central MarketFulton Theatre and the Lancaster Quilt & Textile Museum - each an experience in and of itself.

Afternoon
Hit the road and experience Lancaster County's picturesque beauty firsthand! Use our driving tours to explore PA Dutch Country's beautiful back roads. Along the way, admire more than 20 historic covered bridges and stop in homey towns and villages, where you'll find fascinating history, cozy cafes, galleries and shops.

Evening
Settle in for a dinner with your sweetie at one of Lancaster's fine dining restaurants, presenting meals that are often works of art themselves, created with a variety of local, fresh ingredients. Or, discover the fine art of creating savory spirits one of our wineries or breweries. Each presents a sampling of many homemade brews or decadent wines, and many offer tours and special events.


Day Three

Morning
Before heading home, rise and shine early (if you're lucky, you'll be greeted by a beautiful Lancaster County sunrise over the countryside!) and hit our antique stores for some treasure-hunting. Adamstown, in particular, is packed with antique malls and shops, where hundreds of dealers offer a wide variety of historic goods.


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Celebrate the holidays at Dutch Winter Wonderland! Rides, games, food and special entertainment. New in 2008 - the Dutch Winter Wonderland Royal Light Show! The Royal Light Show features thousands of twinkling lights dancing to your favorite holiday tunes. November 21 - December 30.

Hersheypark Christmas Candylane Beginning November 14, you can visit Santa and his reindeer, enjoy the Music Box Christmas show, and browse our quaint village shops at Hersheypark Christmas Candylane. All rides and entertainment are included in your one-price admission.